January-March: Arts & Culture

Our rich culture of arts and history is a huge influence within our community. During these months, we will focus on bringing life to artifacts and exhibits that make up our past, present, and future. We will also focus on un‍‍‍covering new artists and talents based right here in Fort Smith. During these months outstanding musical performances as well as art shows and more!

‍‍‍‍‍‍April-June: Western Heritage

Western Heritage is in our blood. During these months, we will be celebrating what truly makes us the Top True Western Town. Everything you would expect, and more!

‍‍‍July-September: Homecoming

During these months, we will be focusing on “Homecoming.” We are encouraging those who have a rich family heritage in Fort Sm‍‍‍ith to plan family reunions and get-togethers. Those who were born here, raised here, or currently live elsewhere are encouraged to come back home to appreciate all Fort Smith has to offer.

‍‍‍October-Decem‍‍‍ber: Future Fort Smith

We love where we’ve been and where we are. It’s easy to focus on who we were, but during these months we will be focusing on where we are going. We will explore what the future holds for you and our great community.

The 248-page commemorative bicentennial book offers beautiful photography of modern day Fort Smith and rare historic photos chronicling the history of America's original gateway to The Wild West and inspiration behind True Grit, Lonesome Dove and more.